antinomy
opposition between one law, principle, rule, etc., and another.
Philosophy. a contradiction between two statements, both apparently obtained by correct reasoning.
Origin of antinomy
1Other words from antinomy
- an·ti·nom·ic [an-ti-nom-ik], /ˌæn tɪˈnɒm ɪk/, an·ti·nom·i·cal, adjective
Words Nearby antinomy
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How to use antinomy in a sentence
It is even sought to reconcile the antinomy of freedom vs. God's foreknowledge.
A History of Mediaeval Jewish Philosophy | Isaac HusikIt is a mighty antinomy indeed, on a scale adapted to Tolstoy's giant imagination.
The Craft of Fiction | Percy LubbockBut, for the most part, this unfortunate antinomy in the sciences is connected with their historical development.
The Wonders of Life | Ernst HaeckelNow, one day M. Hadamard came to see me and the talk fell upon this antinomy.
After having set forth the antinomy we have called Richard's antinomy, he gives its explanation.
British Dictionary definitions for antinomy
/ (ænˈtɪnəmɪ) /
opposition of one law, principle, or rule to another; contradiction within a law
philosophy contradiction existing between two apparently indubitable propositions; paradox
Origin of antinomy
1Derived forms of antinomy
- antinomic (ˌæntɪˈnɒmɪk), adjective
- antinomically, adverb
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